Pitting Edema

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    Mike Murray
    Last Updated: October 13, 2024

    Edema is swelling caused by the buildup of fluid in the body’s tissues. Pitting edema is a severe form of edema in which if a finger is pressed firmly against the tissue for a few seconds, a dent will be produced, as opposed to the skin bouncing right back.

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    Pitting Edema falls under the Cardiovascular Health category.

    112 participants in 3 trials

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    Examine Database References

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